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RN Supervisor -Days

Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States


Responsibilities
Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center, a subsidiary of UHS, is a beautiful, conveniently located, private 182-bed hospital that specializes in the treatment of drug addiction, mental health issues and concurrent disorders for adults as well as adolescents. Our professional staff members are committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive care that uniquely fits the intensity and severity of each patient’s needs. This commitment extends to the family and community of our patients as a whole. We offer a continuum of mental health and addiction services in a confidential, caring environment that promotes crisis resolution, positive self‑awareness, personal growth and problem‑solving capabilities. Our overall goal is to provide patients the highest quality treatment possible for drug abuse and mental health issues in order to help them achieve good health and long‑term sobriety.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition‑to‑Practice Program (Could earn 20 CEUs)

Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

Tuition Assistance

RN Supervisor needed - Days 7am - 7:30pm

Qualifications
Education/Training

Current license to practice in Florida

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Able to communicate effectively in English through written and verbal means

Ability to effectively supervise and/or direct the implementation of individualized nursing care

Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluation of situations and/or making nursing decisions

Experience

A minimum of two years in a Psychiatric Behavioral Health Center environment or health‑care facility treating mentally ill or chemically dependent patients, with understanding of co‑occurring disorders and cultural‑linguistic diversity among patients

Must have supervisory experience

Licensure/Certification

Current Florida State Registered Nurse License

Current Florida Driver's License

Current CPR Certification

Must pass a medication administration exam and complete a basic developmental competency exam

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of appropriate nursing assessment, diagnoses, & interventions with patients

Knowledge of milieu management

Ability to direct subordinates in the performance of their duties

Ability to accurately administer medication and monitor side‑effects

Ability to safely implement Special Treatment Procedures

Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with patients and families

Skill in preparing and maintaining appropriate medical record documentation

Sensitive and aware of diverse cultures and their practices

EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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